Monday, June 08, 2020

‘Live PD,’ ‘Cops’ pulled from TV schedules in light of George Floyd protests - Chicago Tribune

‘Live PD,’ ‘Cops’ pulled from TV schedules in light of George Floyd protests - Chicago Tribune
Image result for “Cops,” tv show"A&E has decided not to run new episodes of “Live PD” this weekend, while Paramount Network has delayed the Season 33 launch of “Cops,” the long-running reality series that was scheduled to return on Monday.
The decision to hold “Live PD” and “Cops” comes as protests over police brutality continue across the nation following the killing of George Floyd by Minnesota police officers, shining a spotlight on the widespread abuse by law enforcement against African Americans. 
..."Out of respect for the families of George Floyd and others who have lost their lives, in consultation with the departments we follow, and in consideration for the safety of all involved, we have made the decision not to broadcast 'Live PD' this weekend," A&E said in a statement...
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